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How do you reset the partial odometer of the Smart Forfour?

Model: Smart Forfour MK 2, W453 - Years 2014-2021
Part: Instrument cluster

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Detailed instructions - The need to reset the partial odometer of our car, in this case the Smart Forfour, may arise because we want to check the fuel consumption of a specific route, or how many kilometers a certain location is from a chosen starting point. Let's move on to the practical part and see how to proceed, emphasizing that the car shown in the video is a Smart Fortwo, but this guide is also valid for the aforementioned Smart Forfour. With the instrument panel on, press the upper button at the end of the right steering wheel lever to access the partial kilometers, then hold down the Ok button, also on the same lever, to reset them.

Posted on 9 October 2025 by ScegliAuto


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